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Throughout our #CoopsOnTheHill day, Kentucky’s electric cooperative leaders advocated for our consumer-members back home, for common-sense permitting reform, FEMA response and access to financing to hold costs in check as we build and maintain reliable energy.

But when Senator Mitch ...McConnell entered the room, we had something even more important to say.

Thank you.

For over 40 years, Sen McConnell has had the backs of local electric ratepayers, always thinking about how federal policies affect Kentuckians, and always keenly interested in how we could work together to help Kentucky grow and prosper. His leadership and influence on the national stage made it possible for Kentucky to “punch above our weight” and make a difference.

Time and again, electric co-ops and rural voices from across the political spectrum have called on Sen McConnell and his staff, and he never failed to do what he could for Kentucky, even when it meant making himself the target of a constant stream of attacks.

In 2019, our non-partisan and not-for-profit coops awarded Sen McConnell our highest honor: Distinguished Rural Kentuckian. For those unfamiliar with this man’s perseverance and tenacity for Kentucky, we urge you to watch our tribute video and hear from Kentuckians:

https://youtu.be/F3Vbfwm2WHs?si=iOIvb84_gaupQtkM

We hear that a statue of Sen McConnell is planned for the State Capitol rotunda. As our members - Democrats, Republicans and independents - walk the halls of our Nation’s Capitol, it strikes us that he should be similarly honored here in Statuary Hall, recognizing his place among the most consequential leaders in American history.

Thank you, Senator Mitch McConnell.

Before we could even state our concerns about issues that affect our ability to deliver reliable and affordable electricity, Congressman Andy Barr already knew them and was prepared to help.
Permitting reform, FEMA response, access to sufficient loans so co-ops can cost-effectively keep up ...with demand…. No matter the issue, he was ready to act.
We appreciate his time and service!
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Though Rep. Morgan McGarvey may not have any electric cooperative members in his Louisville district, he is an active listener to our concerns about reliable & affordable electricity.
We appreciate our time with him on Capitol Hill and his receptiveness to understanding the issues important... to electric co-op consumer-members.
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From FEMA issues to permitting reform, we appreciate Senator Rand Paul taking the time to hear how federal policies affect the ability of Kentucky’s electric cooperatives to provide reliable and affordable energy. Great questions, interesting insights & engaged staff!

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Powerful and engaging remarks today from Congressman James Comer to our delegation of electric cooperative leaders from all across Kentucky.
From his leadership of the House Oversight Committee to his keen attention to how federal policies affect the people back home, Congressman Comer never ...fails to put Kentucky first.
Thanks for hearing our concerns and understanding how reliable and affordable electricity are critical to the USA’s health and prosperity.
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Thanks to Congressman Thomas Massie for always taking time to visit with Kentucky’s electric cooperatives and listen to our concerns on Capitol Hill.
He may live off the grid, but he’s still a co—op member and understands how the health and prosperity of the USA depend on reliable and ...affordable electricity.
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Real superheroes climb poles and brave the elements to keep the power on. #HappyNationalSuperheroDay to our lineworkers!

Youth Tour Alumni! Don't miss your chance at the $10,000 Glenn English Scholarship. Apply by May 10.

Apply here: ...https://www.electric.coop/our-organization/youth-programs/scholarships?fbclid=IwY2xjawRdwMdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOY2RBOFFLV2kwdEF3ZTk4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvMdfXg8yPlesoDJmBLOyEd68-rbddAI5xSyGEb1ns6FAwcsmj5FOagUGMeu_aem_vYGWOTS-DpibqDYJL_B9Yw

Kentucky is truly blessed for the leadership and friendship of Congressman Brett Guthrie, who looks out for and speaks up for Kentucky and national interests as chair of the Energy & Commerce Committee.
No member of Congress understands the reality of energy reliability and affordability ...better than Brett Guthrie.
Thank you for meeting with our electric coop leaders, hearing our concerns, and sharing your insights.
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